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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although she is overwhelmed by John Paul's outward appearance, what impresses the nurse about him?
(a) His cultured personality.
(b) His baboon companion.
(c) His fancy watch.
(d) His money.

2. In what branch of the military was Plucky once enlisted?
(a) Marines.
(b) Army.
(c) Air Force.
(d) Navy.

3. Why do the rednecks at the bar disapprove of the circus?
(a) They find hippies to immoral.
(b) They believe they are dealing drugs to the populace.
(c) They do not approve of the circus as entertainment.
(d) They believe they are practicing Satanists.

4. With whom does Mon Cul travel when the circus prepares to move?
(a) Baby Thor.
(b) John Paul.
(c) Plucky.
(d) Amanda.

5. After his discharge from the military, what vocation did Plucky explore?
(a) Drug dealer.
(b) Pimp.
(c) Undercover police work.
(d) Smuggler.

6. When Amanda suffers a miscarriage, what is the weather, which is hinted to be the cause of her accident?
(a) Tornado.
(b) Snow.
(c) Rain.
(d) Ice.

7. According to John Paul, what disease has genetically altered mankind for the better?
(a) Syphillis.
(b) Chlyamidia.
(c) Gonorrhea.
(d) Herpes.

8. What device arrives at John Paul and Amanda's restaurant?
(a) Bun steamer.
(b) Refrigerator.
(c) Hot-dog turner.
(d) Juicer.

9. What occurrence in nature does Amanda believe holds great, mysterious power?
(a) Hurricanes.
(b) Earthquakes.
(c) Tornados.
(d) Thunderstorms.

10. Who is the circus manager and ringmaster of the Indo Tibetan Circus and Giant Panda Gypsy Blues Band?
(a) Madame Goody.
(b) Ba Ba.
(c) Smokestack Lightening.
(d) Nearly Normal Jimmy.

11. With what insect is Marx Marvelous fascinated on a scientific level?
(a) Butterflies.
(b) Houseflies.
(c) Cockroaches.
(d) Ants.

12. What is significant about Marx Marvelous's introduction to John Paul and Amanda?
(a) He claims to be an old friend of Plucky's.
(b) He proposes to Amanda immediately.
(c) He tells them he is worried about Mon Cul.
(d) He had been counting on them to post bail.

13. What is the rooster's name?
(a) Big Paint.
(b) Cluck-Cluck.
(c) Roosterio.
(d) Del Rio.

14. How does Plucky feel about Amanda?
(a) He knows that she will be John Paul's downfall.
(b) He does not agree with her lifestyle, but likes her as a person.
(c) He feels that she is wrong for John Paul.
(d) He is instantly attracted to her.

15. According to the narrator, what keeps Plucky from having a traditionally handsome face?
(a) His hair color.
(b) The scar on his cheek.
(c) His eyes.
(d) His grin.

Short Answer Questions

1. For which college did Plucky play football?

2. Where was Plucky forced to outrun a knife-wielding man?

3. For what does Marx express disdain in regard to Amanda?

4. What do the Zillers do for the attempted baboon thief?

5. Why is Amanda worried about Plucky's infiltration of the monks?

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